2004 Audi S4 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2004 Audi S4 and 2004 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 304 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi S4 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S4 | Focus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |